A major announcement has just occurred in the hockey world as the Columbus Blue Jackets announced that the former Toronto Maple Leafs’ Mike Babcock is resigning from his position as head coach. Moreover, it’s the Quebecer, Pascal Vincent, who will replace him for the 2023-2024 season.

“Mike Babcock resigns from his position as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets; the club appoints Pascal Vincent as head coach.” – Columbus Blue Jackets

Wow! Even though the organization issued an official statement to deny the rumors surrounding the head coach, who was under investigation by the NHL Players Association for looking at the pictures that his players had on their phones, Mike Babcock decides to leave the team.

One more controversy that has ultimately cost him his job!